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Glowing admiration anticipated for new smart
The latest limited edition smart is certain to brighten the lives of drivers with vibrant styling, zesty performance and an impressive specification that will leave all with a satisfying glow.
CPP goes off road to acquire Bowler
CPP Global Holdings Ltd, the specialist coachbuilder based in Coventry, UK, has acquired Bowler Off Road Limited, the Derbyshire-based manufacturer of the Nemesis high-performance cross country racer, for an undisclosed price.
Citroen reveals DS4 secrets online
Citroen has launched “Citroen DS4: Production Secrets”, a weekly six-part online series of documentaries on the ds4.citroen.com website, as well as on YouTube and Facebook, bringing to life secrets from the design and production of the new Citroen DS4.
Vauxhall launches Corsa Street Style Facebook campaign
To support its new ‘Street Style’ TV ad for the new Corsa, Vauxhall has launched a unique Facebook campaign.
Skoda wins two inaugural CarBuyer awards
Skoda has scooped two awards in the first-ever CarBuyer awards, the new online database run by Dennis publishing. With a focus on running costs, safety, economy, performance and owner satisfaction, CarBuyer's team of experts picked both the Yeti and Superb Estate as winners in their respective categories.
British Gas plugged into UK’s first fully electric car
British Gas and Nissan have announced that British Gas is the preferred supplier of vehicle charging points for Britain's first affordable, practical 100% electric car - the Nissan Leaf.
Audi R15 TDI bids farewell at Sebring
Audi starts the 2011 sports car season in the 12 Hours of Sebring on March 19. Making its final appearance is the Audi R15 TDI, which had to be modified to comply with the new regulations and which carries the project name "R15 plus plus" internally.
Volkswagen on track for profitable growth after record 2010
Following the most successful year in its history, the Volkswagen Group aims to continue its sustained growth path in 2011 and the following years and to further expand its market position.
Ferrari FF at the top of Plan de Corones at 2,350 metres
Only a couple of days to go for the start of the FF tests by the press, where journalists from all over the world will drive the new V12 Ferrari for the first time on the roads of the Südtirol region:
Jaguar XKR-S to debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed Press Day
The new Jaguar XKR-S, unveiled recently at the Geneva Motor Show, is set to make its UK debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Press Day on March 17.
McLaren MP4-12C GT3 breaks cover
The first McLaren MP4-12C GT3 to be built by McLaren GT - a new company that brings together the expertise of the McLaren Group and CRS Racing - has successfully undertaken its debut tests at the MIRA proving ground facility and Silverstone Circuit in England.
Honda celebrates best of British with 'Made in Britain' campaign
Honda has launched a campaign to find Britain’s most talented ‘makers’, to promote the skills of its car building engineers in Swindon.
Citroen DS3 is CarBuyer’s Best Hot Hatch
Not one to rest on its laurels, Citroen’s DS3 has added to its heady collection of plaudits with the title of ‘Best Hot Hatch’ in the inaugural CarBuyer Car of the Year awards.
Vauxhall recruits bear for Air Ambulance
Trauma Ted, the East Anglian Air Ambulance Bedfordshire division’s latest recruit, visited Vauxhall Motors’ headquarters in Luton to say ‘thank you’ for bringing him into the county.
Hyundai i10 named ‘Best City Car’ by CarBuyer
Hyundai’s biggest seller, the i10, has scooped yet another award and has been named ‘Best City Car’ by CarBuyer.co.uk. Benefitting recently from a refresh both inside and out, the i10 now looks even better and with improved ultra-modern engines, offers better fuel economy, lower emissions and stronger performance.